CALDWELL COUNTY – Hope for Caldwell, a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing substance use in Caldwell County, is asking high school students to pitch an idea to reach and educate fellow teens about the dangers of fentanyl and fake pills in the Fentanyl Awareness Challenge, according to a news release from the province.
Ideas could include innovative ways to reach youth, such as social media posts, vlogs, podcasts, video journals, etc., the press release said.
The first place winner will receive a prize valued at $750. The second place prize will be valued at $500 and third place at $250. All entries will be featured on HOPE for Caldwell’s social media platforms and additional opportunities for recognition are being developed, the press release said.
Participants can choose to work with an advisor to guide and support their project. Advisors can provide valuable mentorship and expertise, but are not eligible for the award winnings. In addition, if participants work as part of a group or organization, any reward granted will be given to the group or organization as a single entity, and it will be the responsibility of the group to allocate the reward appropriately to its members , according to the press release.
To participate, students must:
*Being in 9th through 12th grade and living in North Carolina at the time of submission. Youth under the age of 18 must submit a signed consent form from a parent/legal guardian.
* You have registered to participate in the challenge
* Have been compiled with all requirements
To register for the Fentanyl Awareness Challenge or for more information, contact Chaiyo Vang at cvang@caldwellcountync.org.
The mission of Hope for Caldwell is to prevent and reduce substance use by improving the health and opportunities of the people of Caldwell County through partnership and education, the news release said.
